Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
– 1 cup cream cheese, softened
– ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Optional: Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
Creating Asparagus Stuffed Chicken is straightforward with these easy-to-follow instructions:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: Gently pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure even cooking.
3. Make Filling: In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, mozzarella, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Add Asparagus: Fold in the chopped asparagus until evenly distributed.
5. Stuff Chicken: Place a generous amount of the filling mixture onto each chicken breast, folding it closed. Use toothpicks to secure if necessary.
6. Sear Chicken: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed chicken breasts and sear for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
7. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
8. Rest: Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
9. Serve: Remove toothpicks carefully, slice the chicken, and serve warm.
By following these steps, you’ll easily create a sensational dish that everyone will enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Fat: 26g
- Protein: 38g